I truly can’t emphasize enough what an incredible experience I had throughout the entire interview process at Datadog. From the very beginning, the recruiter was transparent, encouraging, and incredibly supportive — consistently sharing helpful resources, tips, and timely feedback that helped me feel confident and prepared at every stage.

The process itself was well-structured and thoughtful. It started with a recruiter call, followed by a technical/coding interview — and I really appreciated receiving feedback from my recruiter right after. Then came the face-to-face round, which included four sessions:

• A coding exercise
• A system design interview
• A deep-dive into a past project
• A values-based conversation where you're invited to reflect on key moments and decisions in your career.

What stood out most was how human and respectful the entire experience felt. I always felt comfortable, heard, and genuinely excited about the opportunity. I also appreciated how much I learned about the company, the team, and the role throughout each step.

A special shoutout to my recruiter, who went above and beyond — with regular check-ins and continuous support, they truly made the process smooth, motivating, and enjoyable. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome!

Why do you want to join Datadog? What drives you?

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